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In a pivotal move for Bihar's political landscape, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary engaged in vital discussions with Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh during his recent visit to Delhi. This visit is widely regarded as a precursor to an upcoming cabinet reshuffle.

Nepal's strict enforcement of a customs rule on goods above NPR 100 has crippled informal cross-border trade, impacting small Indian traders and Nepalese consumers. This has led to a decline in business in border markets like Jaynagar. The policy, however, is reportedly benefiting larger traders, with concerns raised about social and cultural ties being strained.

In a recent statement, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed optimism about the strategic alignment of all five border states with the Central government. He highlighted that with Home Minister Amit Shah at the helm, there’s potential for a comprehensive strategy to safeguard India's eastern and northeastern borders, particularly the vital Siliguri corridor.

The leadership change will mark a milestone for the BJP, which is set to get its first chief minister in Bihar, the only Hindi heartland state where the top post has so far eluded the party. Even so, party leaders have remained cautious in their public remarks. Dilip Jaiswal, a minister and former Bihar BJP president, said, "It is an emotional moment for us. We hope that Nitish Kumar will continue to offer his guidance to the new government."

In a dramatic turn of events, Bihar's political arena is on the brink of transformation as a high-ranking JD(U) official revealed that the BJP is poised to choose the next Chief Minister. This development comes in the wake of Nitish Kumar’s recent elevation to the Rajya Sabha, hinting at his possible shift to national leadership roles.

Bihar is poised for a significant political shift as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is set to resign, paving the way for a BJP-led government. The transition is marked by a BJP legislature party meeting to elect a new leader, with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan as observer. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for April 15.

In a significant political development, Sanjay Saraogi, the Bihar BJP President, revealed that Nitish Kumar is set to be sworn in as a Rajya Sabha member on April 10. This move could herald a substantial shift in Bihar's leadership dynamics. Consequently, the NDA allies are gearing up to determine the next Chief Minister of Bihar.

Delhi lost approximately Rs 1,717 crore to digital payment fraud and online cheating between 2023 and 2025, with only 10% recovered. The Delhi Police reported a significant rise in cases, prompting enhanced measures like the '1930' helpline and a specialized financial fraud mitigation center to expedite fund recovery and raise public awareness.

The government introduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, in Lok Sabha, facing opposition from Congress and TMC who voiced concerns over executive overreach. Minister of State for Home nityanand rai countered, stating the bill targets misuse of foreign funds for conversions and personal gain, aiming to enhance transparency in NGO funding for public welfare.

In a dramatic turn of events, Bihar's political arena is set to transform as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar plans to step down from the legislative council this Monday. This pivotal decision opens the door for the BJP to take the reins of the state government for the first time in 18 years.

In a significant political shift, Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and influential BJP figure Nitin Nabin have stepped down from their state assembly roles following their election to the Rajya Sabha. This development has sparked intense speculation regarding the future leadership of the state government, as the BJP appears poised to target the Chief Minister's office.

Fourteen Muslim youths have been sent to jail for 14 days in Varanasi for allegedly holding an iftar party on a boat and throwing waste, including biryani and bones, into the Ganga. The accused were booked under various sections of the BNS and the Water Act following a complaint alleging they disturbed religious harmony.

At a vibrant public rally, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar captured attention by placing a reassuring hand on Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary’s shoulder, proclaiming, 'From here on, we will all witness real progress.' This gesture has ignited discussions about Kumar's ambition in the national arena while positioning Choudhary, a prominent OBC leader, as a likely successor for the chief ministerial role.

Census 2027 will be conducted in two phases, starting with Houselisting and Housing Census from April to September 2026, followed by Population Enumeration in February 2027. This digital exercise will involve house-to-house visits and an option for online self-enumeration to ensure comprehensive data collection.

In a robust defense of the government's stance, Union Minister nityanand rai has firmly rejected Purnia MP Pappu Yadav's assertions about an alleged plan to create a new Union Territory by amalgamating districts from Bihar and West Bengal. Rai blasted the claims as unfounded and aimed at deceiving the public, asserting that there is no truth to such discussions.

Nitish Kumar's nomination for the Rajya Sabha may herald the rise of a BJP Chief Minister in Bihar, as five key players—Samrat Choudhary, nityanand rai, Dilip Jaiswal, Sanjay Jaiswal, and Janak Ram—vie for attention. Each contender, with their distinct caste affiliations and political backgrounds, could pave new paths in the state's governance landscape.

The NDA has strongly criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's planned protest against electoral roll revisions, accusing her government of appeasement politics and fearing the deletion of infiltrators' votes.

The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has voiced strong disapproval of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's intended demonstration against the electoral roll revision. Party officials accuse her of engaging in appeasement politics, fearing that the revision may lead to the elimination of illegal votes.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar filed his Rajya Sabha nomination today, accompanied by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This move follows his decision to step down and head to Parliament, fulfilling a long-held aspiration. The transition, occurring after a recent election victory, signals a potential shift in Bihar's leadership within the NDA.

The Patna high court on Wednesday stayed the criminal case of election offence being proceeded against BJP MP and Union minister nityanand rai before an MP/MLA court in Araria district.

strong exception to Rai's statement terming it as outrageous.